The new NHS/P-TECH building is designed to meet Connecticut’s current building energy code. This includes requirements for the building envelope, mechanical, power and electrical systems. The building will be constructed to meet the Connecticut High Performance Building Standards, which is LEED Silver equivalent. In an effort to incorporate Green Building technology as part of the new construction, the project will utilize a photovoltaic (PV) system on site to reduce energy consumption. The City of Norwalk has selected a solar developer who will design, install and maintain the PV system through a power purchase agreement (PPA). During design, they will evaluate the use of both roof mounted and ground mounted carport PV panels.